Get ready to rock the books!
Truce, the hard-rocking powerpop band from Federal Way, brings the Summer 2008 edition of Rock The Books to a close. Opening the concert is Tacoma's Sirens in the Sky! The free all-ages concert is set for 7 p.m. on Saturday, August 9 at Tacoma's downtown Main Library. [Read more]
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"Sometimes we simply have to believe." -- Enzo
A heart-wrenching and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hope, The Art of Racing in the Rain is a captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life . . . as only a dog could tell it. Join us on Tuesday, September 16 as we talk about Garth Stein's acclaimed novel; then meet the author at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 24.
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Discover Tacoma!
Constructed of 3,500 logs, Point Defiance's Rustic Bridge was over 250 feet long and approximately 80 feet high. The bridge (along with the smaller pedestrian bridge) was built in 1892 over Sorux Gulch, located midway between the present boathouse and Owens Beach. It was dismantled in 1920. Explore more of Tacoma's fascinating past through our photography collection.
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Go buggy about books this summer!
It's time for summer reading! New rules make it easier than ever before to participate. You can sign up today, and then join us on Saturday, June 21 for a day filled with surprises, free gifts and performances by the ReptileMan! [Read more]
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Master your digital domain...
with free classes at the Tacoma's downtown Main Library. You can start the basics - keyboarding, emailing and using the Library's on-line catalog, then explore search engines, using databases and tools for finding valuable information on the web. [The full schedule of classes is available here]
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Teen Summer Reading Challenge.
Graphic novels. Gaming. Hot movies, Cool concerts. Awesome books. The Tacoma Public Library's a great place to hang out this summer. Join our summer reading challenge and earn great stuff like t shirts and a free ticket to Odyssey 1 - Tacoma's premiere gaming club. [Read more]
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New loan periods, reduced overdue fines & more!
The Tacoma Public Library introduces sweeping changes allowing patrons to take full advantage of their library cards -- consistent check out periods, extended renewals on most items, reduced fines on DVDs and an expanded list of what material can be placed on 'hold.' [Read more]
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